1913 Belgium Medal to Honor Ernest Brauen

Designed by G. Devreese | Exonumia / Fine Art Medallic Art

Overview

Celebrate the rich heritage of Belgian medallic art with this impressive, large-format bronze plaque/medal dedicated to the renowned artist and medal maker Ernest Brauen. Struck in 1913 and sculpted by the celebrated Belgian master G. Devreese, this piece is an extraordinary fusion of artistic tribute and numismatic craftsmanship.

Historical Significance

Godefried (Godefroid) Devreese was one of Belgium’s most preeminent sculptors and medallists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for his lifelike portraits and fluid Art Nouveau sensibilities. By honoring fellow artist and medal maker Ernest Brauen, this piece captures a unique moment of peer recognition within the Belgian artistic community on the eve of World War I. It stands as both a testament to Brauen's legacy and a magnificent example of Devreese's medallic oeuvre.

Specifications & Condition

• Issuing Country: Belgium

• Year of Issue: 1913

• Artist / Sculptor: G. Devreese (Godefried Devreese)

• Honoree: Ernest Brauen (Artist and Medal Maker)

• Composition: Bronze

• Condition: Lightly Circulated (Retaining sharp relief, rich historical patina, and exceptional detail)

• Dimensions: 2.115 x 3.158 inches (Rectangular format / plaquette style)

• Weight: 3.8 ounces (A heavy, substantial exhibition-grade piece)

Why This Belongs in Your Collection

• Master Sculptor Attribution: Crafted by G. Devreese, making it a must-have for collectors of fine European art medals and plaques.

• Artistic Subject Matter: Dedicated to the craft of medal-making itself, honoring an artisan who shaped the field.

• Substantial Presence: With its impressive rectangular dimensions and a heavy 3.8-ounce weight, this piece commands attention and makes a striking display piece in any advanced numismatic or exonumia cabinet.